eBay prices on the rise, good time to sell old junk?

[ldrcycles]

This looks like a decent buy, in Perth:

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/scarboro ... 1050597501" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Set up for a few brake types. Commuter?

Funny looking "steel" .

[ldrcycles]

$800 for a tatty Flying Pigeon (or something similar)
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Vintage-chin ... 875&_uhb=1" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Supposedly a 1930s aluminium frame
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/VINTAGE-1930 ... 588&_uhb=1" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[The Fixer]

I wouldn't mind this one myself... I'd like a 'modern' Apollo roadie to complement my retro ones.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Apollo-Giro- ... 2ed3b2ae81

Wouldn't knock this one back, either...

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Apollo-Vites ... 1e8dd2cf76

[bychosis]

vintage western flyer

[ldrcycles]

I wouldn't mind this one myself... I'd like a 'modern' Apollo roadie to complement my retro ones.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Apollo-Giro- ... 2ed3b2ae81

Forks aside it looks to be very similar if not the same as my Apollo, not the best out there but a decent bit of kit all the same.

[Kermit TF]

Gents, Is this thing French ? I thought these where jap frame and Gemini was an Australian "branded" bike. Ive got the identical bike....Im thinking I should move it from under the tree to at least the carport
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ORIGINAL-198 ... aee&_uhb=1" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[singlespeedscott]

Anything with Shimano 600ax should not be outside under a tree.

[ldrcycles]

Not retro, but i'm curious for other opinions, does that look like a scratch or a crack? (my money is on a crack sadly, otherwise i'd be keen)
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/EMC-2-ETAPE- ... 0a6&_uhb=1" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[munga]

we can pretend it's not a crack? you have a good dentist already, so why not take a punt?

[ldrcycles]

But, but, an EMC for $40, i could be living the dream!

[mark field]

Not retro, but i'm curious for other opinions, does that look like a scratch or a crack? (my money is on a crack sadly, otherwise i'd be keen)
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/EMC-2-ETAPE- ... 0a6&_uhb=1" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

strange place to get a "scratch" and quite a coincidence that it just so happens to be in exactly the same spot as the weld. save your cash.

[yugyug]

Can anyone tell me anything about this old bike?:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/321452207835" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[rkelsen]

Can anyone tell me anything about this old bike?:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/321452207835" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Looks like a run of the mill mass-produced roadster from the 50s/60s. The relaxed geometry and single sprocket (and undoubtedly weight) would make it impossible to ride up hill. Bolt on seat stays. Coaster brake. Probably not worth much more than the opening bid. But I'm far from an expert, so take all of this with a grain of salt.

[Tinker]

Can anyone tell me anything about this old bike?:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/321452207835" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I was interested in buying this bike for a project and made some enquiries. Seems its a roadster probably dates anywhere from 1915ish to 30s date era.

Contacted the guy about the size and he stated it was a 60cm frame. Further discusion with Clydesdale Scot on the size and we're of the opinion that is misleading as the frame doesn't look that big. Apparently those old frames measure longer in the seat bar, due to laid back/shallow angle. Actual standover height is not comparable to modern steep seat bar bikes(as per Warren's assement).

I picked up another bike for my project so my need for it was no more.

[barkmadly]

Yes, older than the 50's. I reckon mid 20's - mid 30's. A good quality roadster in its day. Probably worth $50 or so. Go on - take pity on the old girl and keep it rolling.

[yugyug]

Thanks for the info - I'm learning!

[rangersac]

Nice Bundy for those with coin
Reynolds 708 frame from t-rav
Mixtes aren't my thing but this one looks nice
Centurion Tange 2 Frame in need of rescuing from fixie oblivion
Pretty sure this is a Ricardo Elite from the paint job

[ldrcycles]

"would be a fun project", nah it probably wouldn't.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/yeronga/ ... 1050615016" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;


"suits someone tall", and double jointed too by the looks of the bars.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/west-end ... 1049593902" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;


And i don't know quite where to start with this one. $650 for a Merida 907 frame is bonkers, the other stuff is way, way past bonkers.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/deceptio ... 1034280703" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[Mulger bill]

"suits someone tall", and double jointed too by the looks of the bars.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/west-end ... 1049593902" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Anyone have a clue as to what the black thing on the TT is?

[utedeej]

"suits someone tall", and double jointed too by the looks of the bars.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/west-end ... 1049593902" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Anyone have a clue as to what the black thing on the TT is?

Never seen one before, but guessing that it is a remote switch to flick the dynohub down.

[Kermit TF]

Dunno, seat maybe ............

[singlespeedscott]

And i don't know quite where to start with this one. $650 for a Merida 907 frame is bonkers, the other stuff is way, way past bonkers.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/deceptio ... 1034280703" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

It is located at Deception Bay. Probably hot

[geoff_tewierik]

Never seen one before, but guessing that it is a remote switch to flick the dynohub down.

Yep, the bit on the left of the black piece is a lever (note the round knob end) that would move from the top of the top tube to the left and point down towards the ground. In doing so the cable it's connected to would rotate within the housing making the dynamo move and engage.

[QuangVuong]

A Vitus that you dont often see. 992 that is one of the few integrated 1" headset frame. Not a bad price, but more than I have atm.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/rathmine ... 1051418627" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[Rob74]

63cm AL & carbon at 2.268kg....Meh Steel is real
63cm Col
63cm FM-1

Rob